36C24218B0155-002.pdf

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

VA HEALTHCARE NETWORK UPSTATE NEW YORK

Syracuse VA Medical Center

800 Irving Ave.

Syracuse, NY 13210

PROJECT #528A7-17-722

REPLACE SECURITY SYSTEM

ISSUE DATE:

SITE VISIT:

RESPONSE DATE:

IFB, SEALED BID PROCUREMENT

SEE SELECTION PROCEDURE

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL DETAILS

ALL VISITORS TO THE MEDICAL CENTER ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE APPROPRIATE VA SECURITY

IDENTIFICATION. ALL VISITORS WITHOUT EXISTING VA ID ARE REQUIRED TO REPORT TO FIRST FLOOR LOBBY SECURITY WINDOW, TO SIGN IN AND RECEIVE A TEMPORARY VISITOR'S ID BADGE.

NO PHOTOGRAPHY IS PERMITTED ON VA PREMISES WITHOUT ADVANCE APPROVAL

FROM THE CONTRACTING OFFICER OR COR

VA Medical Center Syracuse, NY Project No. 528A7-17-722 Bid Documents

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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

VHA MASTER SPECIFICATIONS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section 00 01 10

DIVISION 00 - SPECIAL SECTIONS

00 00 01 VA Cover Sheet 00 01 10 Table of Contents 00 72 01 Infection Control

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 00 00 General Requirements 01 00 61 OSHA, Safety & Health Regulations 01 33 23 Shop Drawings, Product Data and Samples 01 33 16.15 Project Schedules (Small Projects – Design/Bid/Build) 01 33 23-1 Submittal Cover Sheet 01 42 19 Reference Standards

DIVISION 07 – THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

07 84 00 Firestopping

DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL

26 05 11 Requirements for Electrical Installations 26 05 19 Low Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables 26 05 33 Raceway and Boxes for Electrical Systems

DIVISION 28 – ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

28 05 00 Common Work Results for Electronic Safety and Security 28 05 13 Conductors and Cables for Electronic Safety and Security 28 05 26 Grounding and Bonding for Electronic Safety and Security 28 05 28.33 Conduits and Backboxes for Electronic Safety and Security 28 08 00 Commissioning of Electronic and Security Systems 28 13 00 Physical Access Control System

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SECTION 00 72 01

INFECTION CONTROL

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 GENERAL INTENTION

A. The Contractor is solely responsible for the health and safety of their employees. The Contractor is also responsible to protect the health and safety of the VA Community (patients, staff and visitors) from unwanted effects of construction.

B. The Contractor shall comply with Section 01 00 00 – General

Requirements, Paragraph 1.8 Infection Prevention Measures.

C. Precautions:

1. The Contractor is responsible for taking precautions necessary to minimize infection control risk.

2. Each construction activity has been assigned an “Infection Control

Precaution Class” (ICP Class), which is determined by:

a. The type of construction work;

b. The duration of construction work;

c. The location of construction work;

d. The relative risk of the VA Community.

3. Each ICP Class lists separate precautions, which must be taken during construction and at the completion of construction. Such precautions are mandatory.

4. The VA Infection Control Practitioner (or designee) shall assign an

ICP Class for any construction activity which has not been assigned one.

5. When several construction activities occur simultaneously in the

Project Area, the highest ICP for any one of the activities shall apply to all of the activities.

6. Infection Control Plan: Contractor shall establish and maintain an

Infection Control Plan detailing project-specific measures to be taken.

Prior to the start of work, the Contractor shall submit this plan for review for compliance with this section in accordance with Section 01

33 23 Shop Drawings, Product Data and Samples.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. All submittals shall be in accordance with Section 01 33 23 Shop

Drawings, Product Data and Samples.

B. Submit complete manufacturer’s data and literature on all products.

C. Submit a complete Infection Control Plan, including:

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1. Plans showing temporary construction, dust mats, exhaust fans, floor protection and paths of travel (for construction personnel access, construction materials and debris removal).

a. Sequence of operation.

b. Description of Infection Control procedures.

1.3 TESTING

A. Any time that the Contractor is working within the existing building, the Contractor shall perform smoke tests each day that there is ICP

Class II, III or IV construction activity.

B. Perform a minimum of one test, three times a day.

C. Location and schedule for testing shall be as directed by COR. The COR and Construction Superintendent shall be present for all tests.

D. Testing shall determine if there is a “positive” reading (air flow moving from work areas to occupied areas) when ICP Class II, III or IV activities are being performed, until such activities are complete. If a positive reading is taken, the Contractor shall immediately stop construction, correct the situation and re-test. Construction may not resume until authorized by the COR.

1.4 INFECTION CONSTRUCTION PRECAUTION CLASSES (ICP CLASS):

A. Work required in each ICP Class shall be in accordance with the form at the end of this specification.

B. Precautions listed under “Infection Control Matrix” are applicable 24 hours a day, 7 days a week until each activity is complete.

PART 2 – PRODUCTIONS/DEFINITIONS

A. Temporary construction materials shall be in accordance with Section 01

00 00 – General Requirements, Article – Fire and Safety.

B. Dust Mats: 24” x 36”, disposable LDPE adhesive sheets that hold particulate matter on contact, mounted on manufacturer’s 38” x 38” mat base. Lab Safety Supply Inc., Items 163 1-5BC (4 tacky mats) and

60428BE (1 mat base), or approved equal.

C. HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Air) Filter: filters, which when properly installed in HVAAC and vacuum systems, capture 95% of 0.3 microns, including pollen, mold spores and dust particles.

D. Floor Mats: 3’ wide x 10’ long and 3’ wide x 16’ long walk-off mats with nylon surface and nitrile backing as provided by Staub Textile

Service (Contact Richard Markus @ 1-800-836-0803), or approved equal.

E. Negative Pressure: Providing an appreciable flow of clean air from the occupied portion of the Medical Center into the work area through the

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F. Transport Containers (for transporting waste through the Medical

Center): Plastic, 4-wheel carts, approximately 31” wide x 66” long x

38” height, 1 CY/1,000 lb. capacity, as manufactured by Rubbermaid or approved equal. Provide manufacturer’s solid plastic lids for ICP Class

III and IV activities.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

A. Temporary Construction: Construct in accordance with section 01 00 00 –

General Requirements, Paragraph 1.4 – Health and Safety and applicable drawings.

B. Sequencing and Scheduling:

1. Prior to starting construction activities within the existing building or open to the existing building, infection control precautions shall be implemented in the following order:

a. Install negative pressure/HEPA filter system (ICP Classes III and IV; Class II when provided).

b. Isolate HVAC system (ICP Classes II, III and IV).

c. Construct temporary partitions and seal openings (ICP Classes II, III and IV).

d. Provide all other precautions.

2. At the completion of construction activities, infection control precautions shall be removed in the reverse order from which they were implemented (i.e., start with 1.d and end with 1.a).

3. When VA inspection is required prior to removing precautions (see

ICP chart in Part I), notify COR at least 2 working days prior to inspection.

C. Dust Mats: Provide a new, clean, sticky surface as required to eliminate tracking of dust from the work area to occupied areas;

provide this new surface at the beginning of each work day and as directed by CO/COR to maintain clean areas within the occupied building. Install on floor on the occupied side of each door between construction areas and areas occupied by the VA. Place mats so that personnel must place both feet on mats prior to entering/exiting construction area.

D. HEPA Filters: Install in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations as required to produce the specified performance. Change filters and provide pre-filters as necessary to maintain the specified performance.

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E. Negative Pressure: Operate fans and other equipment continuously (24 hours a day, 7 days a week) during construction, to ensure that negative pressure is maintained in the work area. Provide galvanized steel ductwork from fans/filters/equipment, to the exterior. Provide temporary magnahelic gauges at each door between construction areas and areas occupied by the VA as directed by the COR. Provide sensors on both sides of doors. Check readings of magnahelic gauge with COR a minimum of 4 times a day.

F. Restoration: Remove all precautions after work is complete (see “B” above). Repair or replace an damage due to temporary precautions.

Remove all dust, dirt and debris prior to removing temporary partitions.

INFECTION CONTROL (ICRA)

PRE—CONSTRUCTION RISK ASSESSMENT FOR

Replace Security System

PROJECT #: PROJECT ENGINEER:

REVIEWED BY: COR:

REVIEW DATES: PROJECT CSO:

ACTIVITY Type of Construction Project Activity (circle your task): Defined by the amount of dust generated, duration of activity and amount of shared HVAC systems.

TYPE A TYPE B TYPE C TYPE D

Inspection

Non-invasive Small scale

Short duration Moderate/high dust

Demolition/removal of building components

Major demolition

• Removal of ceiling tiles for visual inspection only

• Painting, but not sanding

• Wall covering

• Electrical trim work

• Minor plumbing

• No cutting of walls

• No dust generation

• Installation of telephone and computer cabling

• Access to chase spaces

• Cutting of walls or ceiling where dust migration can be controlled

• Sanding of walls for painting or wall covering

• Removal of floor coverings, ceiling tiles, casework

• New wall construction

• Duct or electrical work above ceilings

• Any activity which cannot be completed in a single work shift

• Requires consecutive work shifts

• Heavy demolition

• Removal of cabling system

• New construction

RISK Patient Risk Groups (circle your risk area) If more than one risk group will be affected, select the higher risk group.

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LOW RISK MEDIUM RISK HIGH RISK HIGHEST RISK

• Office areas

• Classrooms

• Meeting rooms

• Atrium

• Elevators

• Warehouse

• Laundry

• Chapel

• Parking Garage

• Cardiology

• Internal medicine

• EKG

• GI lab

• Nuclear medicine

• Physical medicine and rehabilitation (PT, OT, KT)

• Radiology

• CT scan

• MRI

• Respiratory therapy

• Bronch lab

• Urology

• Primary Care

• Eye clinic

• Domiciliary

• In-Patient Psychiatry

• Emergency Room

• Laboratory

• Ward

• Pharmacy

• PACU

• NHCU

• Surgery clinic

• Wound clinic

• Dental

• ENT clinic

• Ward CG

• Ward C1

• SPD

• ICU

• PCU

• OR

• Hem/Onc Clinic

• Chemotherapy

Infection Control Matrix (circle your class)-Class of Precautions for Construction Projects by Patients Risks

ACTIVITY

TYPE A TYPE B TYPE C TYPE D

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SK

LOW RISK I II II III/IV

MEDIUM RISK I II III IV

HIGH RISK I II III/IV IV

HIGHEST RISK II III/IV III/IV IV

Class I or II work order tasks may be performed without formal infection control risk assessment.

Class III or IV must have Infection Control Risk Assessment Call your Infection Control Practitioner. Remember to always:

Use methods to minimize dust from project: water misting work surfaces, sealing air vents, barriers, dust walk-off mats, Clean the area (wet mop or HEPA vacuumed) before leaving project and HVAC barriers removed.

Send a copy of this worksheet must be forwarded to the Infection Control Office

DESCRIPTION OF REQUIRED INFECTION CONTROL PRECAUTIONS BY CLASS:

DURING PROJECT UPON COMPLETION OF PROJECT

Class I

1) Execute work by methods to minimize raising dust from construction operations;

• Immediately replace a ceiling tile displaced for visual inspection

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II

1) Provide active means to prevent airborne dust from dispersing into the atmosphere;

2) Water mist work surfaces to control dust while cutting;

3) Seal unused doors with duct tape

4) Block off and seal air vents;

5) Place dust mat at entrance and exit of work area

6) Remove or isolate HVAC system in areas where work is being performed.

1) Wipe work surfaces with disinfectant

2) Contain construction waste before transport in tightly covered container;

3) Wet mop and/or vacuum with HEPA filtered vacuum before leaving work area

4) Remove isolation HVAC in areas where work is being performed.

Class

III

1) Remove and isolate HVAC system in areas where work is being done to prevent contamination of the duct system;

2) Complete critical barriers, i.e. sheetrock, plywood, plastic to seal area from non work area or implement control cube method (cart, with plastic covering and seal connection to worksite with HEPA vacuum or vacuuming prior to exit) before construction begins.

3) Maintain negative air pressure within work site utilizing HEPA equipped filtration units;

4) Contain construction waste before transport in tightly covered containers;

5) Cover transport receptacles or carts. Tape covering unless solid lid is utilized.

1) Do not remove barriers from work area until completed project is inspected by the Safety Department and Infection Control Department and thoroughly cleaned by the Environmental Services Department;

2) Remove barrier materials carefully to minimize spreading of dirt and debris associated with construction;

3) Vacuum work area with filtered vacuums;

4) Wet mop area with disinfectant;

5) Remove isolation of HVAC system in areas where work is being performed.

IV

1) Remove or isolate HVAC system in areas where work is being done to prevent contamination of duct system;

2) Complete all critical barriers i.e. sheetrock, plywood, plastic, to seal area from non-work area or implement control cube method (cart, with plastic covering and seal connection to work site with HEPA vacuum or vacuuming prior to exit) before construction begins.

3) Maintain negative pressure within worksite utilizing HEPA equipped filtration units;

4) Seal holes, pipes, conduits and punctures appropriately;

5) Construct ante-room and require all personnel to pass through this room so they can be vacuumed using a HEPA vacuum cleaner before leaving the worksite or they can wear cloth paper coveralls that are removed each time they leave the work site.

6) All personnel entering the work site are required to wear shoe covers. Shoe covers must be changed each time worker exits the work area;

7) Do not remove barriers from work area until completed project is inspected by the Safety Department and Infection Control Department and thoroughly cleaned by the Environmental Services Department.

1) Remove barrier material carefully to minimize spreading of dirt and debris associated with construction;

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SECTION 01 00 00

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 GENERAL INTENTION

A. Contractor shall completely prepare site for construction operations, including demolition and removal of existing structures, and furnish labor and materials and perform work as required by drawings and specifications.

B. Visits to the site by Bidders may be made only by appointment and with permission from the Contracting Officer (CO).

C. All employees of general contractor and subcontractors shall comply with

VA security management program and obtain permission of the VA police, be identified by project and employer, and restricted from unauthorized access. Contractors will be provided a photo ID badge after providing required identification and passing a fingerprint scan. All Contractors must wear badge while on VA property. Contractors should start their PIV badging process upon award or NTP to ensure badges are complete prior to work beginning.

D. Prior to commencing work, general contractor shall provide proof that an

OSHA certified “competent person” (CP) (29 CFR 1926.20(b)(2) will maintain a presence at the work site whenever the general or subcontractors are present.

E. Training:

1. All employees of general contractor or subcontractors shall have the

OSHA certified Construction Safety course and/or other relevant competency training, as determined by VA CP with input from the ICRA team.

2. Submit training records of all such employees for approval before the start of work.

F. VHA Directive 2011-36, Safety and Health during Construction, dated

9/22/2011 in its entirety is made a part of this section.

1.2 STATEMENT OF BID ITEM(S)

See SF 1442

1.3 SPECIFICATIONS AND DRAWINGS FOR CONTRACTOR

A. AFTER AWARD OF CONTRACT, Contractor shall make additional sets of drawings and specifications at Contractor’s expense, from the .pdf files furnished by the Issuing Office.

1.4 CONSTRUCTION SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

A. Security Plan:

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1. The security plan defines both physical and administrative security procedures that will remain effective for the entire duration of the project.

2. The General Contractor is responsible for assuring that all sub-contractors working on the project and their employees also comply with these regulations.

B. Security Procedures:

1. General Contractor’s employees shall not enter the project site without appropriate badge. They may also be subject to inspection of their personal effects when entering or leaving the project site.

2. For working outside the “regular hours” as defined in the contract, the General Contractor shall give 3 days notice to the Contracting

Officer Representative (COR) so that security arrangements can be provided for the employees. This notice is separate from any notices required for utility shutdown described later in this section.

3. No photography of VA premises is allowed without written permission of the Contracting Officer. When photographs are permitted, Contractor shall ensure there are no VA patients or employees in the photographs.

4. VA reserves the right to close down or shut down the project site and order General Contractor’s employees off the premises in the event of a national emergency. The General Contractor may return to the site only with the written approval of the Contracting Officer.

C. Document Control:

1. The General Contractor is responsible for safekeeping of all drawings, project manual and other project information. This information shall be shared only with those with a specific need to accomplish the project.

D. Motor Vehicle Restrictions

1. Parking for contractor employees and sub-contractors is not provided.

One parking space for the contractor’s on site superintendent shall be made available at a place designated by the COR.

2. Use of the loading dock shall be coordinated with the COR. No vehicle shall be left at the dock without the approval of the COR.

1.5 FIRE SAFETY

A. Applicable Publications: Publications listed below form part of this

Article to extent referenced. Publications are referenced in text by basic designations only.

1. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM):

E84-2009.............Surface Burning Characteristics of Building

Materials

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2. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA):

10-2010..............Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers

30-2008..............Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code

51B-2009.............Standard for Fire Prevention During Welding, Cutting and Other Hot Work

70-2011..............National Electrical Code

241-2009.............Standard for Safeguarding Construction, Alteration, and Demolition Operations

3. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA):

29 CFR 1926..........Safety and Health Regulations for Construction

B. Fire Safety Plan: Establish and maintain a fire protection program in accordance with 29 CFR 1926. Prior to start of work, prepare a plan detailing project-specific fire safety measures, including periodic status reports, and submit to COR for review for compliance with contract requirements in accordance with Section 01 33 23, SHOP

DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA AND SAMPLES. Prior to any worker for the contractor or subcontractors beginning work, they shall undergo a safety briefing provided by the general contractor’s competent person per OSHA requirements. This briefing shall include information on the construction limits, VAMC safety guidelines, means of egress, break areas, work hours, locations of restrooms, use of VAMC equipment, etc.

Documentation shall be provided to the COR that individuals have undergone contractor’s safety briefing.

C. Site and Building Access: Maintain free and unobstructed access to facility emergency services and for fire, police and other emergency response forces in accordance with NFPA 241.

D. Separate temporary facilities, such as trailers, storage sheds, and dumpsters, from existing buildings and new construction by distances in accordance with NFPA 241. For small facilities with less than 6 m (20 feet) exposing overall length, separate by 3m (10 feet).

E. Temporary Construction Partitions: Install and maintain temporary construction partitions to provide separations between construction areas and adjoining areas. Construct partitions to provide protection of all VA property to include patient and employee vehicles. Extend the partitions to a reasonable distance that will provide 100% protection from flying debris created by construction, unless otherwise noted.

F. Temporary Heating and Electrical: Install, use and maintain installations in accordance with 29 CFR 1926, NFPA 241 and NFPA 70.

G. Means of Egress: Do not block exiting for occupied buildings, including paths from exits to roads. Minimize disruptions and coordinate with COR.

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H. Egress Routes for Construction Workers: Maintain free and unobstructed egress. Inspect daily. Report findings and corrective actions weekly to

COR.

I. Fire Extinguishers: Provide and maintain extinguishers in construction areas and temporary storage areas in accordance with 29 CFR 1926, NFPA

241 and NFPA 10. Fire extinguishers must include up to date inspection documentation per OSHA requirements.

J. Flammable and Combustible Liquids: Store, dispense and use liquids in accordance with 29 CFR 1926, NFPA 241 and NFPA 30.

K. Existing Fire Protection: Do not impair automatic sprinklers, smoke and heat detection, and fire alarm systems, except for portions immediately under construction, and temporarily for connections. Provide fire watch for impairments more than 4 hours in a 24-hour period. Fire watch shall be completed by VA personal. Request interruptions in accordance with

Article, OPERATIONS AND STORAGE AREAS, and coordinate with COR. All existing or temporary fire protection systems (fire alarms, sprinklers) located in construction areas shall be tested as coordinated with the

COR. Parameters for the testing and results of any tests performed shall be recorded and witnessed by the COR and copies provided to the COR.

L. Smoke Detectors: Prevent accidental operation. Remove temporary covers at end of work operations each day. Coordinate with COR.

M. Hot Work: Perform and safeguard hot work operations in accordance with

NFPA 241 and NFPA 51B. Coordinate with COR to obtain permits at least 48 hours in advance.

N. Fire Hazard Prevention and Safety Inspections: Inspect entire construction area weekly. Coordinate with, and report findings and corrective actions weekly to COR.

O. Smoking: Smoking is prohibited on VA property.

P. Dispose of waste and debris in accordance with NFPA 241. Remove from site daily.

Q. Perform other construction, alteration and demolition operations in accordance with 29 CFR 1926.

R. If required, submit documentation to the COR that personnel have been trained in the fire safety aspects of working in areas with impaired structural or compartmentalization features.

1.6 OPERATIONS AND STORAGE AREAS

A. The Contractor shall confine all operations (including storage of materials) on Government premises to areas authorized or approved by the

Contracting Officer. The Contractor shall hold and save the Government, its officers and agents, free and harmless from liability of any nature occasioned by the Contractor's performance. (FAR 52.236 10)

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B. The Contractor shall, under regulations prescribed by the Contracting

Officer, use only established roadways, or use temporary roadways constructed by the Contractor when and as authorized by the Contracting

Officer. When materials are transported in prosecuting the work, vehicles shall not be loaded beyond the loading capacity recommended by the manufacturer of the vehicle or prescribed by any Federal, State, or local law or regulation. When it is necessary to cross curbs or sidewalks, the Contractor shall protect them from damage. The Contractor shall repair or pay for the repair of any damaged curbs, sidewalks, or roads.

C. Working space and space available for storing materials shall be as determined by the COR.

D. Workmen are subject to rules of Medical Center applicable to their conduct.

E. Execute work so as to interfere as little as possible with normal functioning of Medical Center as a whole, including operations of utility services, fire protection systems and any existing equipment, and with work being done by others.

1. Do not store materials and equipment in other than assigned areas.

2. Schedule delivery of materials and equipment to immediate construction working areas in quantities sufficient for not more than two work days. Provide unobstructed access to Medical Center areas required to remain in operation.

F. Phasing: To insure such executions, Contractor shall furnish the COR with a schedule of approximate phasing dates on which the Contractor intends to accomplish work in each specific area of site. In addition, Contractor shall notify the COR two weeks in advance of the proposed date of starting work in each specific area of site. Arrange such dates to insure accomplishment of this work in successive phases mutually agreeable to COR.

G. The building and parking lots will be occupied during performance of work, but immediate areas of alterations may be vacated with the coordination of the Contractor and COR. Contractor shall take all measures and provide all material necessary for protecting existing equipment and property in affected areas of construction against dust and debris so that equipment and affected areas to be used for Medical

Center operations will not be hindered. Contractor shall permit access to Department of Veterans Affairs personnel and patients through construction areas which serve as routes of access/egress. Coordinate alteration work in areas that affect Medical Center operations continuing during the construction period.

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1. Immediate areas of alterations not mentioned in preceding

Subparagraph 1 will be temporarily vacated while alterations are performed.

H. When the project area is turned over to the Contractor, Contractor shall accept entire responsibility therefore.

1. Contractor shall maintain in operating condition existing fire protection and alarm equipment. In connection with fire alarm equipment, Contractor shall make arrangements for pre-inspection of site with COR.

I. Utilities Services: Maintain existing utility services for Medical

Center at all times. Provide temporary facilities, labor, materials, equipment, connections, and utilities to assure uninterrupted services.

Where necessary to cut existing water, steam, gases, sewer or air pipes, or conduits, wires, cables, etc. of utility services or of fire protection systems and communications systems (including telephone), they shall be cut and capped at suitable places where shown; or, in absence of such indication, where directed by COR.

1. No utility service such as water, gas, steam, sewers or electricity, or fire protection systems and communications systems may be interrupted without prior approval of COR. Electrical work shall be accomplished with all affected circuits or equipment de-energized.

When an electrical outage cannot be accomplished, work on any energized circuits or equipment shall not commence without receiving an energized electrical permit from the COR. Refer to specification

Sections 26 05 11, REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS for additional requirements.

2. Contractor shall submit a request to interrupt any such services to

COR, in writing, 48 hours in advance of proposed interruption.

Request shall state reason, date, exact time of, and approximate duration of such interruption.

3. Contractor will be advised (in writing) of approval of request, or of which other date and/or time such interruption will cause least inconvenience to operations of Medical Center. Interruption time approved by Medical Center may occur at other than Contractor's normal working hours.

4. Major interruptions of any system must be requested, in writing, at least 15 calendar days prior to the desired time and shall be performed as directed by the COR.

5. In case of a contract construction emergency, service will be interrupted on approval of COR. Such approval will be confirmed in writing as soon as practical.

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J. Abandoned Lines: All abandoned services (wires, cables, conduits, ducts, pipes and the like, and their hangers or supports) within the area shall be removed completely. All such abandoned services which penetrate perimeter walls, floors and slabs of the project shall be sealed, capped or plugged.

K. To minimize interference of construction activities with flow of Medical

Center traffic, comply with the following:

1. Keep roads, walks and entrances to grounds, to parking and to occupied areas of buildings clear of construction materials, debris and standing construction equipment and vehicles.

2. Method and scheduling of required cutting, altering and removal of existing roads, walks and entrances must be approved by the COR.

L. Coordinate the work for this contract with other construction operations as directed by COR. This includes the scheduling of traffic and the use of roadways, as specified in Article, USE OF ROADWAYS.

1.7 ALTERATIONS

A. Survey: Before any work is started, the Contractor shall make a thorough survey with the COR of areas of project in which alterations occur and areas which are anticipated routes of access, and furnish a report, signed by both. This report shall list by areas:

1. Existing condition and types of resilient flooring, doors, windows, walls and other surfaces not required to be altered throughout affected areas of buildings and construction area.

2. Existence and conditions of items such as plumbing fixtures and accessories, electrical fixtures, equipment, venetian blinds, shades, etc., required by drawings to be either reused or relocated, or both.

3. Shall note any discrepancies between drawings and existing conditions at site.

4. Shall designate areas for working space, materials storage and routes of access to areas within buildings/parking lot where alterations occur and which have been agreed upon by Contractor and the COR.

5. Shall include photographs (color) documenting existing conditions.

B. Any items required by drawings to be either reused or relocated or both, found during this survey to be nonexistent, or in opinion of COR to be in such condition that their use is impossible or impractical, shall be furnished and/or replaced by Contractor with new items in accordance with specifications which will be furnished by Government. Provided the contract work is changed by reason of this subparagraph B, the contract will be modified accordingly, under provisions of clause entitled

"DIFFERING SITE CONDITIONS" (FAR 52.236-2) and "CHANGES" (FAR 52.243-4 and VAAR 852.236-88).

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C. Re-Survey: Thirty days before expected partial or final inspection date, the Contractor and COR together shall make a thorough re-survey of the areas of buildings involved. They shall furnish a report on conditions then existing, of resilient flooring, doors, windows, walls and other surfaces as compared with conditions of same as noted in first condition survey report:

1. Re-survey report shall also list any damage caused by Contractor to such flooring and other surfaces in affected areas, despite protection measures; and, will form basis for determining extent of repair work required of Contractor to restore damage caused by

Contractor's workmen in executing work of this contract.

D. Protection: Provide the following protective measures:

1. Wherever existing roof surfaces are disturbed they shall be protected against water infiltration. In case of leaks, they shall be repaired immediately upon discovery.

2. Temporary protection against damage for portions of existing structures and grounds where work is to be done, materials handled and equipment moved and/or relocated.

3. Protection of interior of existing structures at all times, from damage, dust and weather inclemency. Wherever work is performed, floor surfaces that are to remain in place shall be adequately protected prior to starting work, and this protection shall be maintained intact until all work in the area is completed.

1.8 INFECTION PREVENTION MEASURES

A. Implement the requirements of VAMC’s Infection Control Risk Assessment

(ICRA) team. ICRA Group may monitor dust in the vicinity of the construction work and require the Contractor to take corrective action immediately if the safe levels are exceeded.

B. Establish and maintain a dust control program as part of the

Contractor’s infection preventive measures in accordance with the guidelines provided by ICRA Group. Prior to start of work, prepare a plan detailing project-specific dust protection measures, including periodic status reports, and submit to COR for review for compliance with contract requirements in accordance with Section 01 33 23, SHOP

DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA AND SAMPLES.

1. All personnel involved in the construction or renovation activity shall be educated and trained in infection prevention measures established by the Medical Center.

C. Medical Center Infection Control personnel shall monitor for airborne disease (e.g. aspergillosis) as appropriate during construction. A baseline of conditions may be established by the Medical Center prior to

01 00 00 - 9 the start of work and periodically during the construction stage to determine impact of construction activities on indoor air quality. In addition:

1. The COR and VAMC Infection Control personnel shall review pressure differential monitoring documentation to verify that pressure differentials in the construction zone and in the patient-care rooms are appropriate for their settings. The requirement for negative air pressure in the construction zone shall depend on the location and type of activity. Upon notification, the contractor shall implement corrective measures to restore proper pressure differentials as needed.

2. In case of any problem, the Medical Center, along with assistance from the Contractor, shall conduct an environmental assessment to find and eliminate the source.

D. In general, the following preventive measures shall be adopted during construction to keep down dust and prevent mold.

1. Dampen debris to keep down dust and provide temporary construction partitions in existing structures where directed by COR. Blank off ducts and diffusers to prevent circulation of dust into occupied areas during construction. Mark position of balancing dampers prior to closing them to allow for accurate repositioning.

2. Do not perform dust producing tasks within occupied areas without the approval of the COR. For construction in any areas that will remain jointly occupied by the Medical Center and Contractor’s workers, the

Contractor shall:

a. Provide dust proof construction barriers to completely separate construction from the operational areas of the hospital in order to contain dirt debris and dust. Barriers shall be sealed and made presentable. Maintain negative air at all times. A fire retardant polystyrene, 6-mil thick or greater plastic barrier meeting local fire codes may be used where dust control is the only hazard, and an agreement is reached with the COR.

b. HEPA filtration is required for all exhaust dust. Contractor shall verify that construction exhaust to exterior is not reintroduced to the Medical Center through intake vents, or building openings. Install HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate

Accumulator) filter vacuum system rated at 95% capture of 0.3 microns including pollen, mold spores and dust particles. Insure continuous negative air pressures occurring within the work area.

HEPA filters should have ASHRAE 85 or other prefilter to extend the useful life of the HEPA. Provide both primary and secondary

01 00 00 - 10 filtrations units. Exhaust hoses shall be heavy duty, flexible steel reinforced and exhausted so that dust is not reintroduced to the medical center.

c. Adhesive Walk-off/Carpet Walk-off Mats, minimum 600mm x 900mm (24” x 36”), shall be used at all interior transitions from the construction area to occupied medical center area. These mats shall be changed as often as required to maintain clean work areas directly outside construction area at all times.

d. Vacuum and wet mop all transition areas from construction to the occupied Medical Center at the end of each workday. Vacuum shall utilize HEPA filtration. Maintain surrounding area frequently.

Remove debris as they are created. Transport these outside the construction area in containers with tightly fitting lids.

e. The Contractor shall not haul debris through patient-care areas without prior approval of the COR. When approved, debris shall be hauled in enclosed dust proof containers or wrapped in plastic and sealed with duct tape. No sharp objects should be allowed to cut through the plastic. Wipe down the exterior of the containers with a damp rag to remove dust. All equipment, tools, material, etc.

transported through occupied areas shall be made free from dust and moisture by vacuuming and wipe down.

f. Using a HEPA vacuum, clean inside the barrier and vacuum ceiling tile prior to replacement. Any ceiling access panels opened for investigation beyond sealed areas shall be sealed immediately when unattended.

g. There shall be no standing water during construction. This includes water in equipment drip pans and open containers within the construction areas. All accidental spills must be cleaned up and dried within 12 hours. Remove and dispose of porous materials that remain damp for more than 72 hours.

h. At completion, remove construction barriers and ceiling protection carefully, outside of normal work hours. Vacuum and clean all surfaces free of dust after the removal.

E. Final Cleanup:

1. Upon completion of project, or as work progresses, remove all construction debris from all areas that have been part of the construction.

2. Perform HEPA vacuum cleaning of all surfaces in the construction area. This includes walls, ceilings, cabinets, furniture (built-in or free standing), partitions, flooring, etc.

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1.9 DISPOSAL AND RETENTION

A. Materials and equipment accruing from work removed and from demolition of buildings or structures, or parts thereof, shall be disposed of as follows:

1. Reserved items which are to remain property of the Government noted on drawings or in specifications as items to be stored. Items that remain property of the Government shall be removed or dislodged from present locations in such a manner as to prevent damage which would be detrimental to re-installation and reuse. Store such items where directed by COR.

2. Items not reserved shall become property of the Contractor and be removed by Contractor from Medical Center property.

3. Items of portable equipment and furnishings located in rooms and spaces in which work is to be done under this contract shall remain the property of the Government. When rooms and spaces are vacated by the Department of Veterans Affairs during the alteration period, such items which are NOT required by drawings and specifications to be either relocated or reused will be removed by the Government in advance of work to avoid interfering with Contractor's operation.

1.10 PROTECTION OF EXISTING VEGETATION, STRUCTURES, EQUIPMENT, UTILITIES AND

IMPROVEMENTS (FAR 52.236 9)

A. The Contractor shall preserve and protect all structures, equipment, and vegetation (such as trees, shrubs, and grass) on or adjacent to the work site, which are not to be removed and which do not unreasonably interfere with the work required under this contract. The Contractor shall only remove trees when specifically authorized to do so, and shall avoid damaging vegetation that will remain in place. If any limbs or branches of trees are broken during contract performance, or by the careless operation of equipment, or by workmen, the Contractor shall trim those limbs or branches with a clean cut and paint the cut with a tree-pruning compound as directed by the Contracting Officer.

B. The Contractor shall protect from damage all existing improvements and utilities on the Medical Center property. The Contractor shall repair any damage to those facilities, resulting from failure to comply with the requirements of this contract or failure to exercise reasonable care in performing the work. If the Contractor fails or refuses to repair the damage promptly, the Contracting Officer may have the necessary work performed and charge the cost to the Contractor.

1.11 RESTORATION

A. Remove, cut, alter, replace, patch and repair existing work as necessary to install new work. Except as otherwise shown or specified, do not cut, alter or remove any structural work, and do not disturb any ducts, 01 00 00 - 12 plumbing, steam, gas, or electric work without approval of the COR.

Existing work to be altered or extended and that is found to be defective in any way, shall be reported to the COR before it is disturbed. Materials and workmanship used in restoring work, shall conform in type and quality to that of original existing construction, except as otherwise shown or specified.

B. Upon completion of contract, deliver work complete and undamaged.

Existing work (walls, ceilings, partitions, floors, mechanical and electrical work, lawns, paving, roads, walks, etc.) disturbed or removed as a result of performing required new work, shall be patched, repaired, reinstalled, or replaced with new work, and refinished and left in as good condition as existed before commencing work.

C. At Contractor's own expense, Contractor shall immediately restore to service and repair any damage caused by Contractor's workmen to existing piping and conduits, wires, cables, etc., of utility services or of fire protection systems and communications systems (including telephone) which are indicated on drawings and which are not scheduled for discontinuance or abandonment.

D. Expense of repairs to such utilities and systems not shown on drawings or locations of which are unknown will be covered by adjustment to contract time and price in accordance with clause entitled "CHANGES"

(FAR 52.243-4 and VAAR 852.236-88) and "DIFFERING SITE CONDITIONS" (FAR

52.236-2).

1.12 AS-BUILT DRAWINGS

A. The contractor shall maintain two full size sets of as-built drawings which will be kept current during construction of the project, to include all contract changes, modifications and clarifications.

B. All variations shall be shown in the same general detail as used in the contract drawings. To insure compliance, as-built drawings shall be made available for the COR's review, as often as requested.

C. Contractor shall deliver two approved completed sets of as-built drawings to the COR within 15 calendar days after each completed phase and after the acceptance of the project by the CO or COR.

D. Paragraphs A, B, & C shall also apply to all shop drawings.

1.13 USE OF ROADWAYS

A. For hauling, use only established public roads and roads on Medical

Center property. When necessary to cross curbing, sidewalks, or similar construction, they must be protected by well-constructed bridges.

1.14 TEMPORARY TOILETS

A. Contractor may have for use of Contractor's workmen, such toilet accommodations as may be assigned to the Contractor by the COR.

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Contractor shall keep such places clean and be responsible for any damage done thereto by Contractor's workmen. Failure to maintain satisfactory condition in toilets will deprive Contractor of the privilege to use such toilets.

1.15 AVAILABILITY AND USE OF UTILITY SERVICES

A. The Government shall make all reasonably required amounts of utilities available to the Contractor from existing outlets and supplies, as specified in the contract. The Contractor shall carefully conserve any utilities furnished without charge.

B. The Contractor, at Contractor's expense and in a workmanlike manner satisfactory to the Contracting Officer, shall install and maintain all necessary temporary connections and distribution lines. Before final acceptance of the work by the Government, the Contractor shall remove all the temporary connections, distribution lines, meters, and associated paraphernalia.

C. The Contractor shall be supplied with utilities for the construction project at no cost to the contractor except for the exceptions listed in paragraph 1.15 E.

D. Heat: Furnish temporary heat necessary to prevent injury to work and materials through dampness and cold. Use of open salamanders or any temporary heating devices which may be fire hazards or may smoke and damage finished work, will not be permitted. Maintain minimum temperatures as specified for various materials:

1. Obtain heat by connecting to Medical Center heating distribution system.

a. Steam is available at no cost to Contractor.

E. Electricity (for Construction and Testing): Furnish all temporary electric services.

1. Obtain electricity by connecting to the Medical Center electrical distribution system. The Contractor shall meter and pay for electricity required for electric cranes and hoisting devices, electrical welding devices and any electrical heating devices providing temporary heat. Electricity for all other uses is available at no cost to the Contractor.

F. Water (for Construction and Testing): Furnish temporary water service.

1. Obtain water by connecting to the Medical Center water distribution system. Provide reduced pressure backflow preventer at each connection. Water is available at no cost to the Contractor.

2. Maintain connections, pipe, fittings and fixtures and conserve water-use so none is wasted. Failure to stop leakage or other wastes

01 00 00 - 14 will be cause for revocation (at COR's discretion) of use of water from Medical Center's system.

1.16 TESTS

A. Pre-test mechanical and electrical equipment and systems and make corrections required for proper operation of such systems before requesting final tests. Final test will not be conducted unless pre-tested.

B. Conduct final tests required in various sections of specifications in presence of an authorized representative of the Contracting Officer.

Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, instruments, and forms, to conduct and record such tests.

C. Mechanical and electrical systems shall be balanced, controlled and coordinated. A system is defined as the entire complex which must be coordinated to work together during normal operation to produce results for which the system is designed. For example, air conditioning supply air is only one part of entire system which provides comfort conditions for a building. Other related components are return air, exhaust air, steam, chilled water, refrigerant, hot water, controls and electricity, etc. Another example of a complex which involves several components of different disciplines is a boiler installation. Efficient and acceptable boiler operation depends upon the coordination and proper operation of fuel, combustion air, controls, steam, feedwater, condensate and other related components.

D. All related components as defined above shall be functioning when any system component is tested. Tests shall be completed within a reasonably short period of time during which operating and environmental conditions remain reasonably constant.

E. Individual test result of any component, where required, will only be accepted when submitted with the test results of related components and of the entire system.

1.17 INSTRUCTIONS

A. Contractor shall furnish Maintenance and Operating manuals and verbal instructions when required by the various sections of the specifications and as hereinafter specified.

B. Manuals: Maintenance and operating manuals (four copies each) for each separate piece of equipment shall be delivered to the COR coincidental with the delivery of the equipment to the job site. Manuals shall be complete, detailed guides for the maintenance and operation of equipment. They shall include complete information necessary for starting, adjusting, maintaining in continuous operation for long periods of time and dismantling and reassembling of the complete units

01 00 00 - 15 and sub-assembly components. Manuals shall include an index covering all component parts clearly cross-referenced to diagrams and illustrations.

Illustrations shall include "exploded" views showing and identifying each separate item. Emphasis shall be placed on the use of special tools and instruments. The function of each piece of equipment, component, accessory and control shall be clearly and thoroughly explained. All necessary precautions for the operation of the equipment and the reason for each precaution shall be clearly set forth. Manuals must reference the exact model, style and size of the piece of equipment and system being furnished. Manuals referencing equipment similar to but of a different model, style, and size than that furnished will not be accepted.

C. Instructions: Contractor shall provide qualified, factory-trained manufacturers' representatives to give detailed instructions to assigned

Department of Veterans Affairs personnel in the operation and complete maintenance for each piece of equipment. All such training will be at the job site. These requirements are more specifically detailed in the various technical sections. Instructions for different items of equipment that are component parts of a complete system, shall be given in an integrated, progressive manner. All instructors for every piece of component equipment in a system shall be available until instructions for all items included in the system have been completed.